“I can confirm that Jo-Jo Cranfield is competing at National Level within Great Britain and has previously competed at international level. She is currently Ranked 3rd for the SB8 Women’s 100m Breaststroke and holder of the British Record in the 1500m Freestyle s9 classification. Jo-Jo has been a member of the World Class Talent Programme and World Class Development Programme. She has represented Great Britain at the Danish Open and Visa Paralympic World Cup on several occasions”

“I was delighted that Jo-Jo was able to be a mystery guest at our first ever Aspiration day here at Trinity Road Primary. Jo-Jo was fun, inspiring, confident and nurturing when talking to my pupils. She made us laugh and think about our goals for the future. It was lovely to have such an ambitious and determined young lady at our school as a positive (and incredibly trendy) role model! Thank you, we are all routing for you for Rio 2016, we will remember your motto * Never give up!”

“As expected, Jo-Jo has proved to be reliable and punctual. In a short space of time she has managed to forge an excellent working relationship with both the staff and the six and seven year olds, imparting skill, expertise and enthusiasm.Jo-Jo has made a valuable contribution to our school. Long may the association continue and we are so grateful for Jo-Jo’s help. I have no hesitation in recommending her services.”

“Jo-Jo is a extremely accommodating, always prepared to take on a variety of tasks. She is very mature and personable, coping admirably with the many pressures of the front office. She also assisted with P.E lessons, using her skills to coach and encourage, She helped to run sports days, showing organizational skills and patience, always ensuring that the children had fun. She is totally reliable and her conscientiousness and determination does her great credit.”Mary WeaverAssistant HeadteacherThe Westborough School Westcliff-on-Sea

“JoJo is a inspirational, highly motivated & dedicated athlete, who is always striving to improve herself. She has an outgoing and friendly personality, but has an inner belief and determination that will take her to the top. JoJo works hard in every session and challenges me to ensure that I provide the best training programme and environment for her to succeed.”

‘Jo-Jo visited Sheringham Junior School as part of our Olympic Challenge Fortnight in July 2008. She spoke to groups of children throughout the school about her experiences as a top quality athlete. Jo-Jo engaged the pupils incredibly well, answering their questions with tremendous enthusiasm and honesty. She provided the pupils with an inspirational role model to aspire to, as well as giving them with a very positive example of physical disabilities can be overcome. The pupils at the school often ask about her, and I look forward to inviting her back to the school some time in the future’